Group Tours
We offer group tours to schools and other community organizations. Tours can be arranged for groups of 15 or more.
Tours Include:
- Santa Fe Steam Locomotive 3423
- 1950 Pine Mesa Sleeper Car
- 1913 Clover Glade Pullman Sleeper
- MKT Caboose
- Exhibits about the history of Temple, working on the railroad, and the historical significance of the railroad.
Age:
Tours are appropriate for all ages.
Scheduling:
Tour days and times are Wednesday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Call (254) 298-5167 or email gstockburger@templetx.gov to check whether your date is available and reserve your day. No tours Memorial Day to Labor Day after 12:00 (Noon) due to excessive heat in rolling stock.
Tour Content:
A tour includes a guided walk-through of our historic train cars as well as information on the history of the railroad, traveling by rail, and life working on the railroad.
Cost:
$2 per person
Teachers/Staff members are free
Minimum of 15 visitors
We accept cash, credit card (VISA, MasterCard and Discover), or check.
Make checks payable to the:
Temple Railroad & Heritage Museum